Hallmarks Points

Academic Excellence :

• Recognized as a Category 1 University by UGC, a testament to its academic credibility.
• Consistently ranked among the Top 30 institutions in India by NIRF, achieving an impressive 22nd rank in 2024.
• Accredited with A++ Grade by NAAC, reflecting its unwavering commitment to quality education and continuous improvement.
• Earned prestigious global recognitions, including rankings and ratings in QS and THE (Times Higher Education) assessments, alongside the QS I-GAUGE Diamond Rating.
• Certified as an ISO 21001:2018 institution, ensuring quality management in education.

World-Class Infrastructure :

• A sprawling 100-acre eco-friendly main campus and 27.8-acre off-campus in Hyderabad, boasting state-of-the-art facilities and GRIHA 5-Star green building certification.
• 60 lakh sq. ft. of built-up area dedicated to academics and research excellence.
• Fully equipped smart classrooms, 344 academic labs, 25 research labs, and 32 industry-collaborated skill development centers.
• A cutting-edge Central Library with over 2 lakh books, 68,000 journals, and extensive digital resources.
• Uninterrupted 21 Gbps high-speed internet connectivity across all campuses.

Research & Innovation Leadership :

• Houses 42+ specialized research centers in domains like Artificial Intelligence, Clean Energy, and Sustainable Development.
• Remarkable achievements include 26,000+ Scopus/Web of Science-indexed publications, 2,134+ patents, and H-index scores of 89 (Scopus) and 71 (Web of Science).
• Recognized as a Public Funded Research Institute by DSIR, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
• Successfully executed 150 major and 2,100+ minor government-funded projects, reinforcing its research capabilities.

Research & Innovation Leadership :

• A robust faculty team of 1,100+ members, with 75% holding PhDs and industry experts as Professors of Practice.
• A dedicated Academic Staff College focuses on upskilling faculty with insights from international academicians and industry professionals.
• Active faculty exchange programs with global partner universities
• 8 international professors have visited from countries such as the USA, Italy, and Indonesia.
• 14 KLEF faculty members have served as visiting professors abroad in countries like the USA and Malaysia.
• Maintains an exceptional 1:14.7 faculty-student ratio, ensuring personalized mentorship and guidance.

Student-Centric Education :

• Aligns with NEP 2020 principles, emphasizing Outcome-Based Education (OBE), Academic Bank of Credits (ABC), and Multi-Entry Multi-Exit (MEME) models.
• Employs innovative pedagogies such as flipped classrooms, project-based learning, and labs integrated into classrooms.
• Offers multi-disciplinary programs with specializations, minors, double majors, and honours tracks.
• Unique provisions for social and technical internships, including a one-year industrial internship with placement opportunities.
• Incorporates Design Thinking and Innovation into the curriculum.
• 1:20 mentor-mentee mapping supports students' academic, career, and psychological needs.
• Offers 150+ global certification programs for enhanced employability.

Global Recognition & Collaborations :

• Extensive global partnerships with leading institutions and industries for research, internships, and student exchanges.
• Alumni excel in esteemed organizations such as Google, Microsoft, NASA, and leadership roles in public administration.
• Ongoing collaborations include joint research with Universiti Malaya in nanotechnology and University Kursk, Russia, in atmospheric research.
• Active semester-abroad programs with universities like the University of Macau, INTI International University, Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand and Malaysia University of Science and Technology.

Sustainability & Community Impact :

• Committed to achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through initiatives like:
  • Smart Village Project
  • Digital literacy drives
  • Rural skill development programs
• Recognized with 18 prestigious awards for sustainability and campus excellence.

Entrepreneurship & Innovation :

• Hosts 80+ startups nurtured by a dynamic Technology Business Incubator and Innovation Cell.
• Fosters entrepreneurial mindsets with robust mentorship and financial support for innovative ideas.

Holistic Development :

• World-class sports and recreational facilities, including synthetic courts, an athletic track, a swimming pool, and an open-air auditorium.
• Students have won accolades in national and international competitions, including World Championships and Asian Games.
• Notable alumni achievements include Ms. Vennam Jyothi Surekha’s Arjuna Award.

Unmatched Placement Record :

• 100% placement rate annually, with packages up to INR 58.2 LPA.
• 200+ students gain internships and placements in on-campus companies each year.
• A strong alumni network of 60,000+ professionals, bridging academia and industry.

Student Activity Center (SAC):

• Active community engagement through the Smart Village Revolution (SVR) initiative.
• Home to diverse student literary and cultural clubs like Nartana and Swara.

Strong Alumni Network:

• Alumni excel in leadership roles such as CEOs, CTOs, and other top positions across industries.
• Actively contribute to KLEF’s growth as mentors, BOS members, and academic council participants, driving innovation and excellence.
• Alumni serve as bridges between academia and industry, fostering opportunities for future generations.